Superintendent of Fleet Maintenance (PROVISIONAL PROMOTIONAL)

Superintendent of Fleet Maintenance (PROVISIONAL PROMOTIONAL)

Salary

$49,400.00 - $76,000.00 Annually

Location

The Broadway Garage, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

POSTING

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Fee

$0.00

• Description
• Benefits

RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.

FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)

Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An incumbent to a position in this class oversees the operation, maintenance and repair activities of equipment and vehicles. He establishes and implements various repair preventive maintenance and state inspection programs. The Superintendent of Fleet Maintenance exercises considerable discretion in the planning and assigning of work activities within the framework of available personnel. The incumbent is responsible for drawing up specifications to acquire new equipment and vehicles in accordance with departmental guidelines. Immediate supervision is received from either the Commissioner of the department or employees in positions so designated by the department head. Supervision is exercised over Motor Equipment Mechanics and other personnel assigned to the repair shop.

Examples of work (Illustration Only)

Plans, supervises and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of motor equipment and vehicles including but not limited to trucks, tractors, hi-lifts, police vehicles, etc.;

• schedules work according to repairs and priorities;
• inspects work of subordinate personnel to ensure it meets established standards;

Schedules preventive maintenance programs in accordance with dealer specifications or departmental policy;

Schedules yearly NYS Inspections on equipment and vehicles;

Prepares specifications for new equipment and vehicles;

• inspects and tests equipment to insure it meets standards;

Requisitions materials and supplies needed in repairing equipment and vehicles including tools, testing equipment, etc.;

• maintains inventory of same;

Instructs personnel on proper procedures for maintaining and repairing motor equipment;

• ensures accepted safety procedures are followed by personnel;

Maintains accurate records and reports concerning vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair activities, i.e., work performed on vehicles, cost of materials used, time required to perform work;

Maintains personnel records of employees assigned, i.e., hours worked, vacation time, sick leave time, personnel leave days;

Develops and oversees the budget for fleet operations;

Acts as a liaison between the department and Division of Inventory and Stores to ensure parts for vehicles and equipment are obtained in order to shorten down time;

Performs related work in connection with the maintenance and repair activities and management of a repair shop.

Minimum Qualifications

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Continuous and permanent status in any city department as a Motor Equipment Maintenance Superintendent for one year OR as a Motor Equipment Maintenance Supervisor I for two years.

Open Competitive

(A) Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Automotive Technology and five years of full time experience as a motor equipment mechanic or service manager dealing with the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment or vehicles; two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;

OR

(B) Graduation from Vocational High School in Automotive Mechanics and seven years of full time experience as a motor equipment mechanic or service manger dealing with the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment or vehicles; two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;

OR

(C) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma and Completion of an Adult Education Course in Automotive Mechanics approved by NYS Department of Education and seven years of full time experience as a motor equipment mechanic or service manager dealing with the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment or vehicles; two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;

OR

(D) An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A through C.

NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated toward meeting the full time experience requirements. Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.

THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER

Additional Information

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the practices and techniques used in mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs on both gasoline and diesel-powered equipment;

Thorough knowledge of repair shop management, including automotive economics and operation and maintenance of shop equipment;

Ability to diagnose automotive mechanical difficulties and set priorities;

Ability to prepare, understand and interpret specifications and mechanical drawings of equipment and vehicles;

Ability to plan and supervise the work of others;

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

Ability to establish good working relationships with vendors and contractors;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Employer City of Buffalo